Win one of five copies of Grace of Monaco: The True Story To celebrate the release of GRACE OF MONACO, which stars Nicole Kidman and hits cinemas on June 6th we have an exciting competition for you. We are offering five of you the chance to … [Read more...]
CARA DELEVINGNE, JOURDAN DUNN + THEIR DOUBLE Ds
by Annie Vischer They've been friends on the model circuit since before we can remember. They've cosied up on Burberry campaigns, debuted their strut down the Victoria's Secret catwalk together and even cooked up a storm in Jourdan's kitchen … [Read more...]
YOUR INVITATION TO A BOOTS SUMMER TWITTER PARTY!
Pop it in your diary folks! This Friday 13th June we're kicking off the weekend with a Twitter party! Boots suncare expert Clare O'Connor will be here to answer all your sun protection questions along with yours truly (@Beautyanthedirt) and Non Stop … [Read more...]
NEW TRAILER: THE NOVEMBER MAN
An ex-CIA operative (Pierce Brosnan) is brought back in on a very personal mission and finds himself pitted against his former pupil in a deadly game involving high level CIA officials and the Russian president-elect. The November Man will hit … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: KELLY + SHARON FOR MAC
by Annie Vischer When I was told that Kelly Osbourne and mother Sharon were collaborating with MAC Cosmetics for a capsule collection. Well, I don't mind saying I was a little horrified. I can get on board with Disney collaborations, it makes … [Read more...]
BECKHAM’S BELSTAFF BIKER COLLECTION
by Sarah Waldrop From football to modeling, it’s no surprise that David Beckham has turned to designing his own collection. The biker hunk has collaborated with Belstaff to create a 10-piece capsule collection, that debuts … [Read more...]
NEW TRAILER: THE BEST OF ME
There's something missing about the movie scene so far this summer. We can't quite put our finger on it. Oh wait. That's it. Where's the annual Nicholas Sparks adaptation?! Last year we had the delectable Josh Duhamel and Julianne Hough's Safe … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: CHARLOTTE TILBURY FOUNDATION
by Chrissy Iley I have been a fan of Charlotte Tilbury, make-up artist extraordinaire and creator of some wonderful colour palettes for some time. I have been a particular fan of her lipsticks which are wonderfully hydrating and the most … [Read more...]
FAVOURITE FIVE FREE SUMMER APPS
It's time for our Favourite Five and this time it's all about essential apps for summer. Essential free apps that is. These are the ones we'll be downloading, the ones we'll be using to make the most of our summer of 2014. Here's the … [Read more...]
SS14 TRENDS: FASHION FORWARD FLORALS
by Annie Vischer If there's one show that embodied Spring back during the fashion shows in September it was Etro SS14. There were florals, there were brights, there were in-your-face prints that simply screamed sunshine. And we loved it. Two … [Read more...]
BEAUTY TRENDS: SS14 BROWS
by Annie Vischer All we heard about last year was brows. They dominated the beauty trends for a couple of seasons, and made Cara Delevingne possibly the most in demand model in the world. Brow power was born. And they're still at the fore of … [Read more...]
SEASIDE NOSTALGIA: THE GRAND BRIGHTON HOTEL & SPA
by Annie Vischer I have always loved the seaside. Always. As a little girl, Filey was my family's beach of choice. We'd stay in an apartment in the big, cream, Regency buildings that overlooked pretty and beautifully tended gardens, and spend … [Read more...]
GIVENCHY BEAUTY SS14: THE CROISIERE COLLECTION
by Annie Vischer You can always rely on Givenchy to come up with cosmetics that are things of beauty, in more than one sense of the word. They look gorgeous. Both once applied, and in their cases. Their latest SS14 is no exception. Givenchy … [Read more...]
ROOFTOP DINING WITH Q GRILL AT SELFRIDGES
by Chrissy Iley Selfridges has become such a seductive place. When I was a child I’d have a recurring dream that I was trapped in Fenwick’s of Newcastle after the shop closed. In the dream I would go to the toy department and play with all the … [Read more...]
GRACING GRADUATE FASHION WEEK 2014
by Sarah Waldrop Grace Weller stole the show winning the George Gold Award and Womanswear Accolade at Graduate Fashion Week. Her elaborate embroidery and romantically dark designs impressed judges including Peter Pilotto, Sarah Mower and Fiona … [Read more...]
A New 3 Minute Make Up Routine with Estée Lauder
The Estée Lauder 3 Minute Beauty Service is based upon Estée Lauder's own theory. She was once quoted as saying '3 minutes is all beauty should ever take', and if there's one brand that always follows their heritage and founder's intentions and … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: LIPSENSE LIQUID LIP COLOUR
by Chrissy Iley I am all for long lasting lipsticks. In my ideal world lipstick would go on in the morning, and would not be lost at the bottom of my bag by the time I’ve had my first green tea. It would in fact stay on through a hearty lunch … [Read more...]
NEW TRAILER: SEX TAPE
Yet another star-studded comedy is on its way, and this time it stars Cameron Diaz and Jason Segel. Just for a change. The couple played by the well-loved duo decided to spice up their love life by making a sex tape. Fair play, it works. Although it … [Read more...]
WIN! WALKING ON SUNSHINE PREMIERE TICKETS
Win tickets to the Premiere of Walking on Sunshine – In Cinemas June 27! To celebrate the release of this year’s musical movie event of the summer WALKING ON SUNSHINE we’re offering you the chance to attend the premiere in London on June … [Read more...]
LOUIS VUITTON, KARL LAGERFELD & MONOGRAMS WE LOVE
by Sarah Waldrop To celebrate the 160th anniversary of Louis Vuitton, the French brand has selected an arsenal of creative geniuses to reimagine the iconic monogram. Among the team of collaborators working toward creating a series of limited … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: AA LAVENDER & PEPPERMINT OIL
by Annie Vischer I have a few things that are always beside my bed, without fail. A full glass of water, hand cream, my book of the moment and Aromatherapy Associates Lavender & Peppermint Bath & Shower Oil (£40.00). It's one of my … [Read more...]
NEW TRAILER: DOWNHILL
If you're after something a bit different in the movie stakes this month, then pop along to see Downhill, the wonderfully British feature debut of director James Rouse. It follows four old school friends (and by old, we mean around mid-life crisis … [Read more...]
RIHANNA CAUSES A SPARKLING STIR AT THE CFDA’S
by Sarah Waldrop This week’s 2014 CFDA Fashion Awards brought out the most prominent and upcoming celebrities and designers to the red carpet in New York City. The Council of Fashion Designers of America showcased the leading fashion, … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: TOPSHOP RED LIPPY LIPSTICK
by Annie Vischer If there was every a decent excuse to rock that sassy red lip then this is it. Topshop have upped their beauty ante to help raise awareness for Cervical Screening Awareness Week, which runs from the 8th to the 14th … [Read more...]